An Unfinished Life

An Unfinished Life

Every secret takes on a life of its own.

Directed by Lasse Hallström

Produced by Miramax, Revolution Studios

2005108 min6.8 / 10

A quiet, melancholic family drama about a grieving man learning to forgive and reconnect across years of estrangement and buried pain.

Stoic and heartbroken, Einar Gilkyson quietly lives in the rugged Wyoming ranchlands alongside his only trusted friend, Mitch Bradley. One day, the woman he blames for the death of his only son arrives at his door broke, desperate, and with a granddaughter he's never known. But even as buried anger and accusations resurface, the way is opened for unexpected connection, adventure, and forgiveness.

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  • Is An Unfinished Life sad? Yes, very. More sad than 92% of films.

  • Is An Unfinished Life scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.

  • Does An Unfinished Life end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 65% of films.

  • Is An Unfinished Life easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 62% of films.

  • Is An Unfinished Life violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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Cinnamon Score

How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.

Familiar shape, done well.

Rarity65

How unlike any other film this one feels

Surprise26

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love60

How much audiences actually like it

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